ABOUT US:
The Multicultural Affairs Office serves as a valuable resource to the university and students and is committed to building an inclusive campus environment through programming that fosters an appreciation and respect for the culture, history and traditions of all people.
Mission:
The mission of the Multicultural Affairs Office is to provide educational and cultural leadership for university initiatives aimed at supporting and developing a diverse and inclusive community. As an advocate for underrepresented populations, the Multicultural Affairs Office plans, implements and evaluates programs related to the recruitment, matriculation, retention and success of students, especially multicultural and first generation.
VISION:
To increase the number as well as the diversity of multicultural and inclusive experiences on campus and bring members of the Capital community together to discuss, celebrate and acknowledge the commonalities and differences that each of us contributes to Capital's collective culture.
GOALS:
- To support the overall mission of the university.
- To develop, implement and evaluate programs that will result in increased retention, matriculation and graduation among students of color and difference.
- To provide the university community with programs that develop and/or increase awareness and respect for diversity.
- To establish and maintain an effective system for reporting acts of intolerance or incidents breaching the university Human Dignity Policy and identify trends.
Supporting a Diverse Community
Learning opportunities are everywhere you look at Capital. The Office of Multicultural Affairs does its part by:
- Connecting you with multicultural student organizations
- Helping student organizations network and collaborate with each other
- Expanding the in-class experience
- Building relationships among Capital's students
Your participation in such a diverse community, combined with the academic rigor of your classes better prepares you for the complex world around you.
Building Skills and Relationships
You'll have many opportunities to get involved at Capital. Join one of Capital's multicultural student organizations. They are open to all capital University students. Our student organizations will help you explore:
- The academic programs available to Capital students
- Opportunities to give back to your community through service projects
- Your religious and spiritual beliefs
- Social and leadership opportunities that will support your personal and professional goals
Contact us:
Mao@capital.edu or (614) 236-6181